Blue Ribbon Gala
Each year, the Blue Ribbon Gala is held in April in recognition of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. Every 47 seconds, a child in the U.S. experiences abuse or neglect San Diego County. As a nonprofit organization, this event is an essential part of our efforts to help strengthen families in order to protect children.
Guests enjoy a champagne reception, a delicious three-course dinner, live entertainment, and dancing to a live band. In addition, each Blue Ribbon Gala features a silent (and live) auction of premier travel packages, wellness retreats, and specialty items only available during the gala.
Most importantly, the evening features powerful stories from clients about how their lives have been changed by Home Start’s vital programs. Our services serve and empower children, youth, and families affected by tragedies, including homelessness, domestic violence, hunger, abuse and trauma. Last year, we served over 22,000 individuals in San Diego County.
Save the Date: Blue Ribbon Gala 2026, Sat, April 25th, 6pm
U.S. Grant Hotel, downtown San Diego
The Blue Ribbon had its early beginnings in 1989 when a Virginia grandmother tied a blue ribbon to the antenna of her car as a tribute to her three-year-old grandson who died as a result of abuse: symbolizing the blue of her grandson’s bruises. This was her way to honor him and bring awareness about his tragic story and the overall problem of child abuse. The Blue Ribbon Campaign has since expanded across the country and remains a symbol of child abuse prevention today.
Videos from previous events
Press Coverage
Client "Stories of Hope," from previous Blue Ribbon Galas
Blue Ribbon Gala Photo Galleries
Sat, April 25th, 6pm
U.S. Grant Hotel, downtown San Diego
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